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The document identifies several issues affecting children, including parental neglect, physical abuse, and mental health struggles, particularly concerning a mother named Sarah. It highlights the need for child welfare and protection due to the risk of harm and the socioeconomic challenges faced by the family. Additionally, it outlines relevant laws that support the case, such as the Special Protection of Children Act and the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act.

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Case Analysis

The document identifies several issues affecting children, including parental neglect, physical abuse, and mental health struggles, particularly concerning a mother named Sarah. It highlights the need for child welfare and protection due to the risk of harm and the socioeconomic challenges faced by the family. Additionally, it outlines relevant laws that support the case, such as the Special Protection of Children Act and the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act.

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SALVA, AL MARIAH ROSALORDE A

BS SOCIAL WORK 2A

Issues or Problems Identified

 Family and Parental Issues

-Parental neglect: Inability to consistently provide food, education, and emotional support for the
children.

-Physical abuse: KC was reportedly abused by Sarah, leading to institutional care.

-Suspected psychological issues: Sarah has shown erratic behavior, unresolved trauma, and
violent tendencies.

 Child Welfare and Protection

-Multiple children in institutional care or living with relatives.

-Some children not attending school due to poverty.

-Risk of physical, emotional, and psychological harm to the children.

-One child (Evangeline) carrying too much responsibility, even attempting suicide.

 Mental Health

-Sarah has unresolved childhood trauma including physical and sexual abuse.

-Signs of mental health issues like paranoia, aggression, and depressive symptoms.

 Poverty and Socioeconomic Struggles

-Inability to provide basic needs such as food, shelter, education.

-Unstable employment (laundry work), lack of government support.

 Legal and Custodial Concerns

-Questions around legal custody and guardianship of all children.

-KC's institutional care resulting from confirmed abuse.

-Evangeline and other children at risk without a clear legal support framework.
Laws that Will Support the Case

Republic Act No. 7610 (Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and
Discrimination Act)

 Protects children from abuse, neglect, cruelty, exploitation, and other conditions
prejudicial to their development.
 Supports intervention for KC, Becbec, and Jazmin’s welfare.

Republic Act No. 9262 (Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004)

 Protects women and children from abuse (physical, psychological, economic).


 Applicable to KC's reported abuse and Sarah's erratic behavior.

Republic Act No. 6972 (Barangay-Level Total Development and Protection of Children Act)

 Calls for community support and the establishment of day-care centers for neglected
children.

Republic Act No. 10165 (Foster Care Act of 2012)

 Promotes the temporary placement of children in foster families when biological families
are unable to care for them.

Presidential Decree No. 603 (The Child and Youth Welfare Code)

 Declares the rights and responsibilities of children.


 Mandates state intervention when a child’s welfare is at risk.

Republic Act No. 9344 (Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006)

 Covers interventions for children at risk and provides measures for rehabilitation.

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